单词 | hero |
释义 | hero n. (pl. -oes)   1. a a man noted or admired for nobility, courage, outstanding achievements, etc. (Newton, a hero of science). b a great warrior.   2. the chief male character in a poem, play, story, etc.   3. Gk Antiq. a man of superhuman qualities, favoured by the gods; a demigod. Phrases and idioms hero's welcome a rapturous welcome, like that given to a successful warrior. hero-worship n.   1. idealization of an admired man.   2. Gk Antiq. worship of the ancient heroes. --vtr. (-worshipped, -worshipping; US -worshiped, -worshiping) worship as a hero; idolize. hero-worshipper a person engaging in hero-worship. Etymology: ME f. L heros f. Gk heros |
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